Zomig Nasal Spray

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Zomig Nasal Spray

DRUG DESCRIPTION

ZOMIG® (zolmitriptan) Nasal Spray contains zolmitriptan,
which is a selective 5-hydroxytryptamine 1B/1D (5-HT1B/1D) receptor agonist.
Zolmitriptan is chemically designated as
(S)-4-[[3-[2-(dimethylamino)ethyl]-1H-indol-5-yl]methyl]-2-oxazolidinone and
has the following chemical structure:

The empirical formula is C16H21N3O2,
representing a molecular weight of 287.36. Zolmitriptan is a white to almost
white powder that is readily soluble in water. ZOMIG Nasal Spray is supplied as
a clear to pale yellow solution of zolmitriptan, buffered to a pH 5.0. Each
ZOMIG Nasal Spray contains 2.5 mg or 5 mg of zolmitriptan in a 100-μL unit
dose aqueous buffered solution containing citric acid, anhydrous, USP, disodium
phosphate dodecahydrate USP and purified water USP.

ZOMIG Nasal Spray is hypertonic. The osmolarity of ZOMIG
Nasal Spray for 2.5 mg is 360 to 420 mOsmol, and for 5 mg is 420 to 470 mOsmol.

What are the possible side effects of zolmitriptan nasal (Zomig)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using zolmitriptan and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

What are the precautions when taking zolmitriptan nasal spray (Zomig Nasal Spray)?

Before using zolmitriptan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.